1993 Fiat 126 vs. 1970 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1993 Fiat 126 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volvo P 1800 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1993 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1993 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Volvo P 1800 (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Fiat 126 | 1970 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | 126 | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 702 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2460 mm |